11 Traditional Entsuin, Matsushima in the Snow Tom Roseveare Entsuin Temple is designated as an important national cultural asset, in Matsushima, Miyagi prefecture
9 Temples & Shrines Otaji Nenbutsu-ji Sophia Warren Built in the late 8th century and relocated in the early 20th century, Otaji Nenbutsu-ji in Kyoto stands out from other Buddhist..
10 Traditional Traditional Shirakawa-go Ben Beechey The Historic Village of Shirakawa-go is one of Japan's World Heritage Sites. This beautifully quiet mountain village sits nestled..
Historical Images of Cows and Bulls in Japan Elena Lisina Images of cows and bulls are quite rare at Japanese temples and shrines, but they are quite popular in the Aizu region of Fuku..
Historical Shimane: Japan's Well-Kept Secret Featured Shimane prefecture is a coastal area in the west of Honshu — Japan’s main island. While not too far from the popular Hiroshima..
6 Traditional Imabari Castle Photos Mandy Bartok Imabari Castle is one of Japan's only seaside castles, and a beautiful place to pass a spring afternoon.
Anime & Manga Neko Or Japanese Cats Elena Lisina Cats or neko in Japanese are pictured in ancient legends through to modern manga and animethat are well known all over the world...
14 Traditional Snow at Daigo Temple Cathy Cawood Snow at Daigo Temple in Kyoto on Valentine's Day 2014